Posting Number PG194086SP
Internal Recruitment No
Working Title Specialist – Communications
Anticipated Hiring Range $54,985 – $64,272 (commensurate with experience)
Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8 am – 5 pm
Job Location Raleigh, NC
Department NC Clean Energy Technology Center
About The Department
The North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center ( NCCETC ) at NC State University advances a sustainable energy economy by educating, demonstrating and providing support for clean energy technologies, practices, and policies. This mission is accomplished through work in the following major program areas; Renewable Energy, Clean Power & Industrial Efficiency; Clean Transportation; Energy Policy and Markets; Training and Workforce Development; and Communications and Outreach. The NCCETC serves as a resource for innovative, clean energy technologies through demonstration, technical assistance, outreach and training. More information about the NCCETC is available at http://nccleantech.ncsu.edu.
About the Communications & Outreach Program:
The Communications & Outreach team oversees and administers internal and public outreach and communications activities across the Center’s main program areas. The team manages media and public relations efforts, participation in national and local events, plans and coordinates the State Energy Conference of North Carolina, consults with all program areas on brand management and communication strategies, manages all social media, websites, the Center’s contact management system, and digital communications, manages some Center’s fundraising initiatives, and engages in partner outreach and collaboration.
Essential Job Duties
The Public Communications Specialist at the NC Clean Energy Technology Center supports the Center’s communication and outreach activities. This position reports to the Senior Program Director for Communications, and works closely with the supervisor and also programmatic staff to support their communications initiatives. The Public Communications Specialist provides communications and marketing support for a wide variety of initiatives and activities across the Center’s program areas.
The position requires the candidate to be organized and self-motivated and either have, or be capable of learning, technical familiarity with clean and renewable energy technologies, with a special emphasis on advanced transportation technologies, as well as having a general awareness of policy and workforce development as related to clean energy.
The candidate should have a solid understanding of, and experience in news writing and storytelling, design and layout of publications and marketing materials, social media and website content management, and digital communication. The candidate should also have a working knowledge of graphic design, event planning and partner/relationship building. We are looking for a candidate who has demonstrated initiative and out-of-the box thinking in relation to communications ideas and projects.
Website, contact management and social media
Communications
Other Responsibilities
Other Work and Responsibilities can include, but are not limited to:
Qualifications
Minimum Experience/Education
Bachelor’s degree in a discipline related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Other Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Required License Or Certification
N/A
Valid NC Driver’s License required No
Commercial Driver’s License Required? No
Recruitment Dates and Special Instructions
Job Open Date 07/22/2024
Earliest Close Date—- (Positions will be posted until 5:00 PM ET on this date. Positions remaining posted after this date are still accepting applications but may close at any time.) 07/26/2024
Notice to Applicants
Special Instructions
In addition to the application, candidates must attach a CV/resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references.
Applicants will submit other publications or items from their portfolio of work for the review committee to consider. These can be attached as “Other Documents 1 and 2. If the item is web based, just attach a simple word doc with the address we should view. Also include a short writing sample.
Position Details
Position Number 00107423
Position Type SHRA
Position Classification Band Title Public Communication Specialist
Position Classification Band Level Journey
Position Classification Salary Range $ 35,880 – $ 96,560
Salary Grade Equivalency GN10
Alternate Option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) (1.0 = 40 hours/week) 1.0
Appointment 12 Month Recurring
Mandatory Designation – Adverse Weather Non Mandatory – Adverse Weather
Mandatory Designation – Emergency Events Non Mandatory – Emergency Event
Time Limited Position No
Time-Limited Appointment Length (if applicable)
Department Id 140150 – The North Carolina Clean Energy Technology Center
AA/EEO
NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Institutional Equity and Diversity.
If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or [email protected] .
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.
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